Why so few women referees?Posted by Randy Vogt on Aug. 31, 12:24 a.m.In her Youth Soccer Insider column on Aug. 15, Sarah Weld laments the lack of women coaches and refs in youth soccer. It's an oddity that I've noticed and am concerned about as well.» 0 Comments

Brad Rothenberg: 'Latino talent critically important to U.S. future'Posted by Mike Woitalla on Aug. 25, 9:18 p.m.Since Brad Rothenberg co-founded Alianza de Futbol in 2004, the program's tournaments and tryouts in U.S. Hispanic communities have become a magnet for Mexicans clubs scouting U.S.-bred talent. We spoke to Rothenberg about the integration of Hispanics into mainstream American soccer and the challenges faced by young Latino players in the USA.» 19 Comments

Mexican clubs cast net over U.S. talentPosted by Mike Woitalla on Aug. 24, 5:56 p.m.Jose Nino's hopes of attending a four-year college hit a roadblock. The $11,000 from Pell and Cal Grants the 18-year-old is eligible for doesn't cover all the college costs.» 18 Comments

Wanted: Women coaches and refs Posted by Sarah Weld on Aug. 15, 11:07 p.m.I spent much of the last month watching soccer -- women's soccer, that is. The Women's World Cup, held every four years since it began a mere 20 years ago, is a young thing compared to its male sibling, the men's World Cup, which started in 1930. Yet this year's riveting three-week competition spotlighted women's soccer more than ever, inspiring ...» 0 Comments